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See the dinos for limited time

Open 9am - 5pm daily. Prebook tickets before you visit.

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Open 9am - 5pm daily. Prebook tickets before you visit.

FAQs Getting Here Zoo Map Prices & Tickets
Kids visit free!
Enjoy in any weather
Weather guide
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Zoos Victoria acknowledges and respects the Traditional Owners as the original custodians of the land and waters, their ability to care for Country, and deep spiritual connection to it. We honour Elders past and present whose knowledge and wisdom has ensured the continuation of culture and traditional practices.

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Whether you're in the mood for a leisurely sit-down meal, crave some takeaway treats, or desire s...

What's On

Check out the exciting events on now or coming up at Melbourne Zoo

T-rex
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Dinos at Melbourne Zoo
Witness large animatronic dinosaurs amidst a jungle of exotic wildlife.
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Dinos After Dark
A nocturnal adventure to see what the dinosaurs get up to once the sun goes down
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Animal Experiences

Make your zoo visit even more special by booking an exclusive experience.

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Australian Wildlife Experience $93
Join your VIP ranger, journey through the iconic Australian Bush and meet some unique Kangaroo, K...
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Kangaroo experience $39
Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and say g'day to a kangaroo!
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Giraffe experience $91
Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and come meet the worlds' tallest mammal!
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Fighting Extinction

Zoos Victoria is a not-for-profit conservation organisation committed to fighting wildlife extinction.

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Coffee for Wildlife
Now available online and at our zoos.
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Totes for Wildlife
Buy a tote bag and directly support the conservation of local threatened species.
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Don't Palm Us Off
Palm oil is linked to rapid loss of biodiversity when produced unsustainably.
How you can help

Help us protect Victoria’s unique wildlife

Members get more!

Only $13.25 a month over 12 months
Unlimited entry to Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Kyabram Fauna Park
Kids join free on adult memberships
Free entry to five interstate zoos
Discounts at the Zoo Shop and from our zoo partners
Help fund our conservation work to fight wildlife extinction
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School programs

Education programs connecting young people with species from across the globe